hrp0092p1-335 | Fat, Metabolism and Obesity (2) | ESPE2019

The Relationship Between Serum Neurotensin Levels and Metabolic Parameters and Eating Behavior in Obese Children

Tuncerler Gülten , Özyurt Gonca , Uzun Hamide , Çalan Özlem Gürsoy , Küme Tuncay , Dündar Bumin Nuri , Çatli Gönül

Introduction: Neurotensin is a 13 amino acid peptide with central and intestinal effects. It has been shown to decrease intestinal and gastric motility, increase the absorption of fat by regulating the release of pancreas and bile acid. In addition, it is reported that there is also an anorexigenic effect of the neurotensin released from the central nervous system. In the literature, conflicting results related to serum / plasma neurotensin levels were reporte...